A quick reminder: For the next 24 hours, we're accepting picks for the best burger in the Portland area. Comment now, or forever hold your ketchup.

Early recommendations include the meat-bread creations from Slow Bar, Higgins, Helvetia Tavern, Higgins, Le Pigeon, Red Star, Kay's Bar and Stanich's. Surprisingly, not one commenter has mentioned the usually beloved Killer Burger chain.

I kid...

Click here to tell us your favorite Portland-area burger, whether it's a simple, satisfying bar offering or some double-stacked, pancetta-packed bistro bliss. On Wednesday, we'll sandwich your suggestions into a poll. The winners will be announced Friday, then included in a Reader's Choice section in this year's Diner.